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Did you know National Margarita Day is Sunday? Just in time for the Oscars. You'd think somebody actually planned these things. Of course, you probably don't need an excuse to lift a celebratory margarita, especially since you're probably watching "Sunset...

With all the chattering about the return of foie gras to California menus, you might be tempted to think that we've become a state of liver lovers.
You might think that, at least, until you set out to buy some chicken livers at the supermarket. Here's a...

When you need dinner fast, you can't beat a good sandwich. Stuff your favorite filling between two slices of bread and you're set. And because they're portable, you can grab and go on a busy weeknight. Check out these tempting recipe ideas:
Egg salad...

It’s Hollywood’s biggest night. How are you celebrating?
You may not be planning a walk down the red carpet, at least this year, but whether you’re hosting a formal Oscar party for friends or simply hoping to catch the festivities in...

Cooking has always been a joy in Carolyn Schmidt's life. But in recent years, time in the kitchen has taken on new meaning as her grandchildren join her. With 13 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, she has plenty of kitchen assistants.
"A few...

It’s mid-February and we’re not quite ready to pull down our Valentine’s decorations. We can’t get enough of the sweet cards, pink buntings or conversation hearts. To keep the Valentines’ theme going this week, we’re...

So what if it's Gluten-Free Wednesday! If you're like so many who crave pasta but need to stay away from wheat, fret no more. Enjoy with these tempting pasta ideas:
Cashew cream fettuccine Alfredo: With its rich flavor, you might not guess this dish...

I have friends and family who eat out almost every meal. I just can't do it — I enjoy cooking, but mostly I covet control of my food dollars and my nourishment. For most weeknight dinners and lunches, I rely on a well-stocked pantry. Fortunately,...

Like chocolate, cocoa powder is made from cacao beans. After the beans are processed into a paste known as chocolate liqueur, some of the cocoa butter is removed and the remaining solids are pulverized into a powder.
Standard "natural" (or non-...

Q: I have searched for several months and have been unsuccessful trying to track down a recipe that my dad pulled from a Nestle Quik can from about 1971, or 1972. The recipe was for a fudge that either exclusively, or primarily, used Nestle Quik and a...